Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Afreximbank aims for African youths, drive to innovation and empowerment Afrexim bank logo Afreximbank aims for African youths, drive to innovation and empowerment The African Export-Import Bank has intensified its push for greater empowerment opportunities for African youths, emphasising that the continent’s future and relevance in global socio-economic discussions depend on its young population. The bank’s president, Benedict Oramah, made this assertion at the 5th edition of the youth summit organised by the Grand Africa Initiative (GAIN), a pan-African non-governmental organisation, held in Abuja. The event was themed “Connecting Africa through Youth Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovation.” In a statement released…

Tiwa Savage Opts For Retirement After Next Release Tiwatope Balogun-Savage Tiwa Savage Opts For Retirement After Next Release Nigerian singer, Tiwatope Balogun-Savage popularly called Tiwa Savage has hinted at retirement after the release of her next album. Tiwa hinted in her Instagram story on Saturday morning that she was “tired”, adding that she has tried her best. “This might be my last studio album. I am tired, I don try,” she wrote. She, however, did not reveal the title and release date of the album. Tiwa broke even after releasing her breakout single ‘Kele Kele Love’ in 2010 and established…

There’s no presidential interference in NNPC’s operations and leadership movements There’s no presidential interference in NNPC’s operations and leadership movements The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has refuted claims that promotions at the nation’s oil company in recent years have been reduced to ethnicity, religion and political affiliations. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, in his rebuttal article titled ‘Setting the record straight: Meritocracy and milestones at NNPC’, said the important concerns raised by Kperogi’s recent article, “Tinubu’s Buharisation of the NNPC”, necessitated his article to clarify some of the misconceptions about the operations and leadership structure of the…

OONI VISITS WARM SPRING, PRAISES OYEBANJI FOR TOURISM AND AGRIC DEVELOPMENT OONI VISITS WARM SPRING, PRAISES OYEBANJI FOR TOURISM AND AGRIC DEVELOPMENT Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Saturday paid a visit to the Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi at the Warm Spring Resort, Ikogosi- Ekiti. The Governor was accompanied on the visit by Senator Yemi Adaramodu, MHR Akintunde Rotimi, and Commissioner for Budget, Niyi Adebayo, among others. Also present during the visit were the Chairman, Cavista Holdings, Ltd, John Olajide and some directors of the company as well as the Ajero of Ijero Ekiti, HRM Oba Adebayo Adewole. HE…

FANO Ushers in new year with ‘The Night of Answers’, Gospel Song of the Year Awards (G-SOY) Grand Finale FANO Ushers in new year with ‘The Night of Answers’, Gospel Song of the Year Awards (G-SOY) Grand Finale Pretoria West, South Africa – Freedom for All Nations Outreach (FANO) is ushering in the New Year with a series of spiritually charged events that have captivated worshippers across South Africa and beyond. Starting with a heartfelt Thanksgiving Service and culminating in the much-anticipated Crossover Service, the ministry is ending 2024 on a note of gratitude, worship, and spiritual empowerment. On Sunday,…

Osimhen celebrates 26th birthday, football fans give well wishes Victor Osimhen Osimhen celebrates 26th birthday, football fans give well wishes. … wishing him all the best at 26. The football community and fans worldwide on Sunday celebrated Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, on his 26th birthday. Social media has been abuzz with well-wishes, tributes, and moments of recognition for the Galatasaray star. Prominent figures and sports platforms have taken to X to share their admiration and congratulations. Nigerian sports journalist, Buchi Laba (@Buchi_Laba) posted, “Happy Birthday Victor Osimhen @victorosimhen9 – God’s Own.” Similarly, football platform, Le Marca Sports (@lemarcaspors) acknowledged Osimhen’s…

Okpoama Beach Carnival: Stars Like Patoranking, Iyanya, Others Light Up Bayelsa Okpoama Beach Carnival: Stars like Patoranking, Iyanya, Others Light Up Bayelsa The serene coastal town of Okpoama Kingdom in Brass local government area of Bayelsa State came alive on Saturday as music heavyweights Patoranking, Iyanya, Spyro, and other top entertainers stormed the community for the much-anticipated Okpoama International Beach Carnival. The event, which drew thousands of fans, featured electrifying performances, comic displays, and a beach party that kept attendees on their feet. The Beach Carnival has always paraded top musical and comic artistes yearly and attracted multitude of tourists…

U.S. Varsities Warn International Students To Take Caution Before Trump Takes Office Donald Trump U.S. Varsities Warn International Students To Take Caution Before Trump Takes Office As US President-elect, Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, universities across the USA are warning international students including Nigerians to be aware that executive orders on immigration could affect their status in the US. “During the first four years of the Trump administration, a travel ban was imposed that impacted multiple countries, and resulted in many/some international students encountering difficulties re-entering the US to resume classes,” the University of California-Berkeley recently posted…

Is Pastor Adeboye’s Visit to Ilogbo Ekiti on Monday, 22 December 2024, of any Value? Is Pastor Adeboye’s Visit to Ilogbo Ekiti on Monday, 22 December 2024, of any Value? Questions are the bedrock of understanding, and even the Bible admonishes us: “Ask, and it shall be given to you.” It is in this spirit of inquiry that I write this article. On Sunday, 21 December 2024, I had the privilege of visiting Ilogbo Ekiti in Ido-Osi Local Government Area. My mission was to gauge the sentiments of the community and assess the broader implications of an upcoming landmark event—the…

Sterling HoldCo moves ahead in recapitalisation Sterling HoldCo moves ahead in recapitalisation Sterling Financial Holdings Company PLC has achieved another milestone with the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recognising an additional N75 billion in its capital raise. This approval represents the final leg of the capital injection that was achieved through a private placement in September 2024. Building on the private placement’s success, Sterling launched a Rights Issue in October 2024, structured to provide existing shareholders the exclusive opportunity to deepen their stakes in the company and share in its growth story. The Rights Issue received significant…